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Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary

Located 100 km away from Bhuj, the Kutch Desert Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the largest periodical saline wetlands in the world. Colloquially known as the "Flamingo City" this is the largest wildlife sanctuary with a vast expanse of about 7505.22 sq. km.

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Kutchi Museum

The oldest museum of Gujarat, the Kutch Museum boasts of its collection of the extinct Kutchi Script and ancient coins. Tribal artifacts are also a part of the museum along with many other kinds of objects on display exhibits of embroidery, paintings, arms, musical instruments, sculpture and precious metalwork.

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Vijaya Vilas Palace

A summer palace named after Yuvraj Shri Vijayaraj, the heir of this kingdom makes Vijaya Vilas Palace one of Kutch's famous places. Beautifully made from the red sandstone, this palace offers some of the most exquisite stone carvings and tile work.

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Dholavira

Behold the remnants of Harappan civilization, walking you through the history of its rise and fall in the seven stages. Witness this archaeological site and travel to a world of the past which is worth harking back to. Dholavira is also very famous for its water management system which allowed it to proper amidst an arid stretch.

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Prag Mahal

Next door to the Aina Mahal, in the same walled compound, is the giant Prag Mahal, which may at first seem slightly out of place at the far western edge of India, looking more appropriate in France. But then again, globalization is not a new phenomenon. This is a palace commissioned by King Pragmalji in the 1860s, designed by Colonel Henry Saint Wilkins in the Italian Gothic style and built in the middle of Bhuj next to the Aina Mahal.

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Bhuj

It is one of Kutch's oldest cities in India, popular for its excellent historical tourism. In Bhuj, many old dated 18th century historic Houses and charming temples are located. Park and Lakes attract tourists to come to that place; this is a significant city, so if anyone comes here for a trip, they must stay here because if the tourist does not stay in Bhuj, the trip would be incomplete. Bhuj, Kutch, Gujarat is the location.

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Aaina Mahal

Kutch, being the largest district in Gujarat, encompasses a vast expanse of desert land. But it is not void of amazing places, marvels and experiences unique to the region. One such marvel exists near Kutch, glowing and shimmering like a gem.

Behold the Aina Mahal! This magnificent palace is a true masterpiece of Indo-Saracenic architecture, constructed by Ram Singh Malam during the reign of Lakhpatji in the 18th century.

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Little Rann Of Kutch - Wild Ass Sanctuary

Located in an area called Little Run of Kutch, the Wild Ass Sanctuary in Kutch is the only home to wild ass in India. The sanctuary was set up in 1973 with a purpose to protect the endangered Indian wild ass. Sprawling over an area of 5000 square kilometers of the Little Rann and covering a minor portion of the cities like Sundernagar, Rajkot, Patan, Banaskantha and Kutch district, the wild ass sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat. Indian Wild Ass (Equus hemionus khur), commonly known as the ghudkhar, still exists in this sanctuary.

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Kalo Dungar

Kalo Dungar, also known as Black Hill, stands as the highest elevation in Kutch at 462 metres above sea level. It is situated about 97 kms from Bhuj and 25 kms from the nearest town, Khavda. This location is unique in Kutch for offering a sweeping view of the Great Rann of Kutch. Due to its proximity to the Pakistan border, there is an army post at the summit, restricting access beyond this point. The arid landscape and the stark beauty of the white salt desert below create a striking contrast against the dark hills.

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Rann of Kutch

The Rann of Kachchh is a salt marshy land in the Thar Desert in the Kachchh district of western Gujarat. It lies between Gujarat in India and the Sindh province in Pakistan. It comprises of around 30,000 sq. km of land which includes The Great Rann of Kachchh, The Little Rann of Kachchh and Banni grassland.

The Rann of Kachchh is famous for its white salty desert sand and is reputed to be the largest salt desert in the world.‘Rann’ means desert in Hindi which in turn is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Irina’ which also means desert.

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shyamji krishna varma memorial

The British ruled over India for over two hundred years. They ruthlessly exploited India’s economic resources and mercilessly oppressed the people. Many individuals took on the might of the British to free India. Shyamji Krishna Varma chose to take this fight to British soil and made London his base.
Shyamji Krishna Varma was born on 4th October, 1857 in Mandvi town of Kachchh district of Gujarat. He was one of the foremost freedom fighters in the history of the freedom movement of India with high sense of patriotism and selfless service for the nation. He had organized a revolutionary center in “India House” at London and propagated the cause of India’s independence through his writings in his publication journal called The “Indian Sociologist”.

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Kutch’s white desert

The Rann of Kachchh is a salt marshy land in the Thar Desert in the Kachchh district of western Gujarat. It lies between Gujarat in India and the Sindh province in Pakistan. It comprises of around 30,000 sq. km of land which includes The Great Rann of Kachchh, The Little Rann of Kachchh and Banni grassland.

The Rann of Kachchh is famous for its white salty desert sand and is reputed to be the largest salt desert in the world.‘Rann’ means desert in Hindi which in turn is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Irina’ which also means desert.

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Rann Utsav - The Tent City

Rann Utsav-The Tent City is one of the biggest and most-anticipated tourism festivals worldwide that celebrates the beauty, vibrancy, and rich cultural tapestry of the rural areas of Kutch. Set amidst the ethereal sands of the White Desert, the festival offers an immersive experience that transcends the usual. It brings to life the vibrant traditions of Kutch, such as the rhythm of folk tunes and intricate artistry, creating an atmosphere of celebration. A celebration that is not just a cultural immersion, but beyond that. Complemented with wonderful activities such as camel safari, and beautifully crafted lunar experiences, the celebration also allows visitors to appreciate the rural craftsmanship in the form of copper bells, leather items, clay work, Rogan art, and embroidery.

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Narayan Sarovar

Narayan Sarovar in Kutch is an important pilgrimage site revered by Hindus. According to ancient texts, it may even be one of the fabled holy lakes mentioned in revered Hindu texts! Amidst numerous shrines and boasting crystal-clear waters renowned for their crystal clarity; fish and turtles often frequent this beautiful body of water!

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Mata no Madh

Mata no Madh is a temple dedicated to Maa Ashapura and is located 138 kilometres from the city of Bhuj in Gujarat. Mata no Madh is an ancient temple dedicated to the Kuldevi of Jadeja and is situated to the west of Kakkadbhit. The original 1200-year-old temple was demolished twice due to earthquakes.